EAN-13 · Retail
EAN-13 barcode generator
EAN-13 is the global retail standard for consumer products. Enter 12 digits and Inkode appends the correct check digit, or paste a full 13-digit GTIN.
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12–13 chars · example 5901234123457
Live preview
- Pixels
- — × —
- Est. size
- — × — mm
- Contrast
- 21.0:1
- Quiet zone
- 10px
Export
Format page: EAN-13 guide
Professional workflows: open barcode workspace
Input requirements
- 12 or 13 digits
- Valid check digit
- Digits only
- Catalog limits: 12–13 characters (digits)
Common use cases
- Retail packaging
- Shelf tags
- Point of sale
- Catalog sync
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a GS1 company prefix?
For commercial retail products sold at POS, yes — obtain GTINs through GS1. This tool encodes and validates the digits you provide.
UPC vs EAN?
UPC-A is common in North America (12 digits). EAN-13 is used globally (13 digits). Many scanners read both.